How to Make Easy Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Gumbo is a classic dish with deep roots in the Southern United States, particularly in the state of Louisiana. This hearty, flavorful stew is a staple in Cajun and Creole cuisine, and it's often enjoyed during festive gatherings and celebrations. One of the best things about gumbo is its versatility – there are countless variations of this stew, but one thing remains consistent: it's always delicious and satisfying.

This Easy Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo recipe is a great introduction to ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined small shrimp

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 12 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 32 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Cook and stir oil and flour in a skillet over medium heat until mixture is thick and the color of peanut butter, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir onion, green bell pepper, and celery into flour mixture; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add sausage; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Add Cajun seasoning, garlic, and black pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour chicken stock over vegetable-sausage mixture; reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. Add shrimp and cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    568 cal.

    • Total Fat: 45g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 1070mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 334mg